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Beloved travel guide Rick Steves speaks with Nicole Lacroix about his upcoming program with the Fairfax Symphony Orchestra, Rick Steves' Europe: A Symphonic Journey.

Ahead of the Washington National Opera's production of The Crucible, acclaimed bass-baritone Ryan McKinny shares his insights on singing the role of John Proctor, the future of opera, and more.

Ahead of the Washington Bach Consort's performance of Monteverdi, James Jacobs explores the importance of the '1610 Vespers' and shares an insightful interview with Dana Marsh.

Bernard Labadie conducts Fauré’s Requiem and Mozart’s “Paris” Symphony

Mon, 4/1/2024 - 9:35 am

Bernard Labadie conducts Fauré’s Requiem and Mozart’s “Paris” Symphony with the National Symphony Orchestra.
A Guide to PBS Great Performances at the Met: Florencia en el Amazonas

Mon, 4/1/2024 - 9:23 am

A viewer's guide to the upcoming broadcast of PBS Great Performances at the Met: Florencia en el Amazonas on WETA Metro.
A Tribute to Maurizio Pollini

Thu, 3/28/2024 - 9:12 am

A tribute to legendary pianist Maurizio Pollini, a pianist who took an intellectual approach to interpretation and was unrivaled in his extraordinary technique.
WoCo Fest 2024 “Evolve”: An Interview with Laura Colgate

Mon, 3/25/2024 - 12:07 pm

Nicole Lacroix speaks with Laura Colgate, co-founder of the Boulanger Initiative about WoCoFest, an annual multi-day Women Composers Festival featuring works by women and gender-marginalized composers performed by local and nationally-acclaimed performers.
Heroines Throughout Music History

Mon, 3/25/2024 - 8:21 am

Nicole Lacroix reflects on the extraordinary women throughout music history who persevered to have their music be recognized despite the difficulties placed on them by society.
Verdi's Requiem, Handel's Messiah, and more on WETA Classical this week

Sun, 3/24/2024 - 11:01 pm

Choral Showcase presents Handel's Messiah on Easter, Opera Matinee presents Verdi's Requiem with the Metropolitan Opera, and more on special programs this week.
Bringing the Music Home: NSO In Your Neighborhood

Tue, 3/19/2024 - 7:22 pm

After last month’s 9-city European jaunt, the NSO is engaging in another kind of tour: their annual NSO In your Neighborhood through Monday, March 25th.
Joan Tower, Romeo and Juliet, and more on WETA Classical this week

Sun, 3/17/2024 - 10:39 pm

Classical Breakdown explores the Concerto for Orchestra by American composer Joan Tower, Opera Matinee presents Gounod's Romeo and Juliet, and more on special programs this week.
Music of Duke Ellington and Requiem for the Enslaved

Wed, 3/13/2024 - 10:11 am

The National Symphony Orchestra presents a family concert with music of Duke Ellington. Fortas Chamber Music Concerts presents Carols Simon's Requiem for the Enslaved.
Turandot, Songs from Ireland, and more on WETA Classical this week

Mon, 3/11/2024 - 10:31 am

Opera Matinee presents a spectacular production of Puccini's Turandot, Choral Showcase celebrates St. Patrick's Day with Songs from Ireland, and more on special programs this week.
Women's History Month

Sat, 3/9/2024 - 1:22 pm

We are celebrating the incredible contributions of women in music this Women's History Month. Learn more about on-air features, blogs, and podcast episodes.
Women in Music

Fri, 3/8/2024 - 10:59 am

A reflection of the incredible stories of women in music, from the past and present, as told on our podcast Classical Breakdown.